JOHN SCHOFIELD. An exceptional George III Helmet Milk Jug made in London in 1795 by John Schofield.
JOHN SCHOFIELD. An exceptional George III Helmet Milk Jug made in London in 1795 by John Schofield.
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The Helmet Milk Jug is of a large size, was made by the Royal maker John Schofield and is modelled in the Neo-Classical tradition. The Jug stands on a square stepped pedestal foot which is decorated with an oval band of laurel leaves and berries. The vase shaped main body rises to a reeded rim and is decorated with a lower band of acanthus leaves and an upper band of laurels and berries, as shown on the foot. The Jug has a reeded loop handle, attached to the main body with an flame moulding, and the front is engraved with a contemporary Crest. The Jug is in excellent condition and is fully marked in the foot. The Jug is a most unusual design and the quality is exceptional, as would be expected from the workshops of this Royal maker.
Height, to the top of the handle: 5.75 inches, 14.38cm.
Length, handle to spout: 6 inches, 15cm.
Weight: 11oz.
1795
London
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